The Million-Dollar Heart by Rebecca Ryan

Chapter 229

Percival furrowed his brows and glanced at Vivienne, who was busily texting.

“Percival, this is no time for love affairs.” Leopold said sternly

Percival redirected his gaze. His voice was deep and somber as he said, “Indeed. It’s time to return to Rivenwood”

“Rivenwood?” Vivienne approached, arching an eyebrow “Mind if thitch a ride?”

Percival looked at her in surprise. He had been pondering how to donvince Vivienne to accompany him to Rivenwood

Vivienne showed him her phone screen. He noticed the news about Anna’s disappearance and felt a sinking sensation in his heart

Dorian, observing the serious expressions on their faces, had a rough idea of what was happening

He sighed and asked, “Vivienne, are you leaving?”

“Yes, I’m heading to Rivenwood.” Vivienne turned to him, nodding solemnly. I’m leaving now”

There was no time to waste with Anna’s situation. Any delay could mean missing crucial leads.

“Dorian, you’ve seen how dangerous this object can be in your hands.”

Dorian remained silent.

“Consider this. If it had been Cordelia and Thaddeus with you today, what might have happened?” Vivienne continued, “It’s better if I take it.”

Percival and the others, noticing Vivienne’s trust in them through her actions

over a small vial he had retrieved from under the bed to Vivienne “Vivienne. your mother said that unless you were strong enough, you should never get

alongside her. She was not alone and had people to protect her.

you, Dorian Vivienne took the vial

green liquid inside the specially reinforced glass vial

cost her mother’s

was sincere. She was grateful for Dorian’s help in

appreciated his kindness, despite knowing she wasn’t his biological daughter.

vial, even

lift the burden that had bound him for so many

remember, you always have a home here.”

“Okay

take care of Vivienne Percival assured

off,

Thomas to take them back to Jade Garden

Garden Residences, Cordelia was surprised to see Vivienne and Percival hurriedly packing their bags.

some business at Elite University I need to

her mouth to say something else,

He said with a reluctant

a moment, she smiled at Vivienne Airight. Be safe” Thank

grown gentler towards her loved ones, shedding the aggressive demeanor she once

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investigate where the vial was and avenge her mother. But over time, she started to appreciate Dorian’s kindness and to value the sense of family

time for her to take on her destiny and responsibility. She would protect her family, just

a teasing smile on her face and affection in her eyes. “Thaddeus, you need to behave while I’m